Bulldog
Calm, courageous, friendly
Also known as: english bulldog, british bulldog
- Adult weight
- 18–25 kg
- Life expectancy
- 8–10 years
- Size
- Medium
- Exercise
- Low
- Origin
- UK
- Group
- Utility / Non-sporting
Reference update: · Not veterinary-reviewedCompare weight & lifespan with the American Kennel Club breed profile ↗
What the evidence means for Bulldog
The respiratory grading scheme assesses Bulldogs, French Bulldogs and Pugs for BOAS. Ask about a respiratory assessment rather than assuming noisy breathing is normal for the breed.
OFA – Respiratory Function Grading Scheme ↗
Health topics to discuss with your vet
- ●BOASBreed association source: OFA – Respiratory Function Grading Scheme ↗
- ●Hip dysplasiaBreed-specific association not yet verified. General condition reference: OFA – Hip dysplasia ↗
- ●Skin-fold dermatitisBreed-specific association not yet verified.
- ●Cherry eye and entropionBreed-specific association not yet verified.
Not a diagnosis or a complete risk list. A general condition reference explains a disease but does not establish increased risk in this breed or group. Unsourced associations still need verification.
Care tips
- ✓Clean facial folds daily
- ✓High risk in heat and under anaesthesia
Calculators for your Bulldog
Sources & review
Reference update 25 October 2026; not an independent veterinary review. Direct breed evidence is identified above. General directories below do not verify every listed health association.
- Official breed profile – Bulldog ↗
- OFA – Respiratory Function Grading Scheme ↗
- Merck Vet Manual – Brachycephalic dog breeds ↗
- OFA – Hip dysplasia ↗
- Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) – Breed nomenclature ↗
- The Kennel Club (UK) – Breeds A to Z ↗
- American Kennel Club – Dog breeds ↗
- UFAW – Genetic welfare problems of companion animals ↗
- Orthopedic Foundation for Animals – Health screening ↗
Weight and lifespan are typical ranges for healthy adults from breed standards and veterinary references; individuals vary. Not veterinary advice.